Admission procedure

Admission to JIS is based on an interview which takes place with the school Principal and /or a group of the class teachers. The main requirement for entry  to the school is based on a students' ability to access our curriculum using English. The school does have an ESL (English as a Second Language)  programme but the proprtion of students accepted for this progamme is limited.

Interviews are held only when places are available but can be arranged at any point during the school year should a vacancy arise. Interview for Reception and some Primary 1 places are held as group interviews with several children attending at the same time. This allows the children to feel more relaxed and to be able to enjoy some time with a groups of our teachers in a fun / play  orientated situation. These interviews usually last for around 1 hour. Parents ae informed of the results of their interview as quickly as possible, usually the next day.

Application for Reception and Primary 1 classes is encouraged at least the year before entry as interviews are held in Janauary or February of the admission year for an August start.

Interview fee is HK$ 500.

Entry to JIS, in line with other International Schools in Hong Kong, is by date of birth. Below is listed our dates for entry to our current year groups. For any further clarification please contact the school office - Ms. Sachiyo Miyajima 2834 - 3531.

How to apply:

1) Complete an application form available on the school webiste and also in the school prospectus which can be mailed to you. PLease add supporting materials to your application, such as a recent school report.

2)Once the form is completed the school will contact you for an interview - should a space be available.

3) Interviews are held in the school and are usually around one hour in duration. The interview will contain assessments on reading, writing, ability in oral English and a general discussion. These interviews are usually held with the school principal, Mr. Walton. Group interviews are held for students for the Reception Class and Primary 1.

4) Once the interview is completed Mr. Walton will meet with the parents to discuss the school and also the interview. The school will try to inform the family as soon as possible after the interview - this is usually the next day, except for group interviews for Reception and P1 class.

 

We look forward to the opportunity to meet with you and your child.